JLV College CounselingThousands of College Students are Suffering From These 5 Health Challenges
For many people, college is one of the most rewarding experiences in their lives. This doesn’t mean, however, that the experience is without its challenges. Some students get so wrapped up in their college lives that their health becomes a backseat priority. Many of them can use a little help being healthier in both their minds and their bodies. Are you one of those students? Read More
14 Tips For Sharing Your Activities on College Applications
College admissions can be competitive, especially when you are applying to highly selective schools. In addition to your essay, your activities can help you stand out from the crowd. Your college applications will give you the opportunity to share information about your activities at school, church, your community, as well as information about your jobs and hobbies. Many of your activities will introduce the admission committee to your personality and the things that are important to you. However, college applications do not provide a lot of space to share your information. Therefore, it is important to be strategic when listing and describing your activities. Below are 14 tips for sharing your activities. Read More
Scholarship Saturday – October 7, 2017
The deadlines for the scholarships that were on this list have passed. To see scholarships that are still accepting applications, visit more recent Scholarship Saturday posts.
5 Intriguing Health Fields to Study in College
A medical career provides good pay, many avenues of opportunity, and high job security. Whether you’re a new graduate or still narrowing down career choices, healthcare is a smart choice. There are a number of different specialties to focus on. Here are five you may find particularly rewarding. Read More
Who Is My Parent For FAFSA Purposes?
Students who want to be considered for financial aid will need to submit the FAFSA. The FAFSA will determine your Expected Family Contribution (EFC) and colleges will use the EFC to determine how much financial aid they will offer you if you are admitted. In addition to providing your financial information, the FAFSA requires the financial information of your parents if you are considered “dependent” by the FAFSA. However, some students might have trouble figuring out who should fill out the FAFSA. For example, if your parents are divorced or living apart, it may be confusing for you to determine who will fill out the FAFSA. Below are some tips to determine who will need to fill out the FAFSA so you can be considered for financial aid. Read More
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